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A fun stay that’s budget-friendly, too
Blue Flamingo Resort has a laid-back, fun-loving vibe that suits the area perfectly. Located in Key West's Poinciana Plaza area, the property combines two existing motor lodges to create one new retreat with 245 renovated rooms, two pools, and two poolside dining and drinking options.
- Press
- 24/05/2025
- Yahoo Life

Key West’s Newest Resort Has Tiki Bars, Lawn Games, And Ocean Views
Blue Flamingo Resort has a laid-back, fun-loving vibe that suits the area perfectly. Located in Key West's Poinciana Plaza area, the property combines two existing motor lodges to create one new retreat with 245 renovated rooms, two pools, and two poolside dining and drinking options.
- Press
- 24/05/2025
- Southern Living

Blue Flamingo Resort to Open in Key West July 2025, Redefining Playful Island Luxury
Complete with two pools, tiki cocktails, a karaoke airstream, and island-inspired design, this reimagined retreat blends retro charm with elevated leisure for a new era of Key West hospitality.
- Press
- 27/05/2025
- Resident Magazine

New town resort to open in July
Blue Flamingo Resort, which is owned by BRE Hotels and managed by Highgate Hotels, the resort feature’s 245 guest rooms ranging from queen and king to junior suite and suite and surround the property’s Backyard Pool & Social Club, which features two pools, cabanas and lounge chairs, poolside dining and tiki bar concepts Rum Row and Toasted Coconut.
- Press
- 17/05/2025
- Keys News Business

Blue Flamingo Resort Brings a Fresh, Playful Energy to Key West
The Blue Flamingo Resort takes two of the island’s classic motor lodges and reimagines them as one bold, design-forward retreat. Located at the entrance to New Town, the 245-room property leans into the eclectic spirit of the Keys with bright, modern interiors, two pools, and a full calendar of social events that go well beyond the usual happy hour.
- Press
- 365 Atlanta Traveler

New Year’s Eve in Key West
Although Key West only covers 7 square miles, it seems like every inch of Old Town is covered in New Year's Eve festivities. From drag queens to parrotheads, there's a party for just about everybody, as the island's myriad of NYE celebrations cater to a wide range of personalities, much like Key West itself. No matter which you choose, you can count on a good time. That said, here are some of the most popular events year after year.
- Blog
- 05/07/2025